A\J’S FASHION ISSUE explores how the low prices and über-trendiness of "fast fashion" come at the expense of both people and the environment – and offers a number of ways you can reduce your fashion footprint.

Highlights:

• The factors that led to the Rana Plaza tragedy in Bangladesh, and new initiatives for a more responsible fashion industry
• A list of simple solutions for reducing your fashion footprint
• How your donated garments make their way around the world through the used-clothing industry
• A lineup of sustainable clothing, including fab finds in Canadian ecodesign

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